7404 South Rockwell Street, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 7404 South Rockwell Street have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 17 permits, all closed, and 12 violations, 3 open.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Cook County?
- $832,750 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 7404 South Rockwell Street at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively high overall, with elevated tornado and inland flooding risk.
Permits and code violations
Every permit on file is closed out. 3 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2019Complete
Low voltage burglar alarm installation. interior work only.cust no 401452413 job no 100784333.
- Permit – express permit program Jul 2014Complete
Installation of low voltage burglar alarm interior work only # 4002-32023
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2008Complete
To replace existing electrical contractor.scope of work to remain the same. existing permit #100159998
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2008Complete
To replace existing electrical contractor. scope of work to remain the same. existing permit. 100162240
- Permit – express permit program Oct 2008Complete
To replace existing electrical contractor. scope of work to remain the same. existing permit.# 100161876
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2008Complete
Revision to permit 100161876 to change roof truss spacing and add foundation details as per plans.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2008Complete
Revision to permit 100159998 to change roof truss spacing and add foundation details as per plans.
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2008Complete
To replace existing electrical contractor.scope of work to remain the same existing permit # 100160005
- Permit - new construction Jun 2007Complete
Erect a new single family, 2-story residence per plans. -conditional permit, subject to field verification.
- Permit - new construction Jun 2007Complete
Erect a new single family, 2-story residence per plans. -conditional permit, subject to field verification.
- Permit - new construction May 2007Complete
New single family 2-story residence as per plans
- Permit - new construction Feb 2007Complete
Erect new single family, 2 story residence as per plans
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively High
Highest for this area: tornado, inland flooding, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
7 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Kraft Foods Global, Inc., 7400 South Rockwell (50 ft), no further action. Every release here is closed by the state regulator.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,250 ft
Chicago Flameproof Wood Pres and 4 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
2,350 ft
Excel Academy - Southwest HS (2,350 ft), Randolph Elem School (3,150 ft), Southside Occupational Acad HS (3,250 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
3.8 mi
Chicago Midway (MDW). Homes this close can sit inside the 65 dB DNL noise contour. Visit at peak hours and check the airport's noise map.
FAA large-hub airports
Sinkhole-prone ground
Limestone karst
The bedrock here (dolostone (dolomite), Silurian) can dissolve and open sinkholes. Ask for a geotechnical report and check whether sinkhole coverage is in the insurance policy.
USGS Karst in the United States (OFR 2014-1156)
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Cook County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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Who lives and works in Chicago
Trading floors, logistics and the deepest architecture stock in America
Chicago carries a full corporate economy at a price the coasts do not match. Neighborhoods are distinct and walkable, two and three flats are everywhere, and the Loop still sets the commute for finance, law and consulting.
- $71,673
- median household income
- 18.9%
- residents aged 25 to 34
- 45%
- households that own their home
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- Finance and trading
- Logistics and rail
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CME Group · Boeing suppliers · University of Chicago · Northwestern Medicine · United Airlines
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- Young professionals
- Families buying space
- Two and three flat owners
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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- This is a house, not an apartment. Check the lot boundaries, car access, and how water drains from the yard after rain, including whether the neighboring lot sits higher and could send water toward the property.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Check exactly where you'd park: a spot in the yard or garage, or street parking, and how crowded the street gets in the evening.
- Check the condition of the fence, yard, and sidewalk out front: who is responsible for upkeep, and whether there are any boundary disputes with neighbors.
- Knock on a neighboring gate and ask about noise, pets, flooding, or other issues common in the area.
- Ask what heating system is in place (own boiler, wood, gas) and request the last winter month's bills.
- Ask to see the construction documents (permit, sign-off) and check for visible cracks on the facade or in the attic/basement.
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